Thakpara
Thakpara is a village located in Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Patnagarh (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Balangir. As per 2009 stats, Jogimunda is the gram panchayat of Thakpara village.
Here you can discover what makes Thakpara unique in its vibrant Patnagarh-Balangir region. You’ll see Thakpara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Thakpara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thakpara is 420622. The village spans a total geographical area of 234 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767027. Patnagarh is nearest town to Thakpara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Thakpara
Population of Thakpara
According to the 2011 Census, Thakpara has a total population of about 640, with approximately 335 males and 305 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 103 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 101 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.31%, with male literacy at about 52.54% and female literacy near 37.38%. There are around 162 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thakpara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 640 | 335 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 65 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 52 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 176 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 159 | 191 |
Connectivity of Thakpara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thakpara. As per the 2011 stats, Thakpara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thakpara
Knowing the nearby villages of Thakpara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thakpara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thakpara
- Where is Thakpara located?
- Thakpara village is situated in Patnagarh Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thakpara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Thakpara is Jogimunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Thakpara?
- The pincode of Thakpara is 767027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thakpara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thakpara is 640, with 335 males and 305 females.
- How many households are there in Thakpara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thakpara village has a total of 162 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thakpara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thakpara is 45.31%. The male literacy rate is 52.54%, while the female literacy rate is 37.38%.